Carbon Fiber Spinnaker Pole Tubing Only - 18 ft

Carbon fiber spinnaker poles afford the opportunity for significant weight reduction and easier handling, over comparable aluminum poles. This strong, high quality tubing is produced from pressure-cured intermediate modulus carbon fiber, and high performance epoxy resin systems. All carbon poles are custom made in the USA. Lengths indicate maximum available for the specified diameter. The length of your actual spinnaker pole is determined by your boat's “J” measurement - roughly the straight line distance from the front of the mast, at deck level, to the headstay tack. It is available from your sail plan. All fittings used are included when determining the length of a finished pole. Call us if you need assistance in determining the proper pole length. Three finish options are available: Standard Finish is uncoated “EZ Grip” (as molded), optional UV High-Gloss Epoxy Clear Coat and Awlgrip Color Coats are available. • Typically 40% lighter and 50% stiffer than comparable aluminum tubing • EZ Grip tubing has a dull, matte finish and is coated with a sealer to help prevent fraying; it has a very good gripping surface - even when wet; having no UV protection, this tubing should be stored inside the boat • UV High-Gloss Epoxy Clear Coated tubing is shiny and smooth; if stored on deck, this tubing requires periodic re-coating - the frequency depends on geographical location • Awlgrip Color Coating on carbon tubing is strongly recommended for maximal UV protection - especially if stored on deck, or up the mast; (Matterhorn White unless some other color is specified) • Note: due to their length, these items must ship via truck or air freight • Note: a packing charge is required; please choose the one applicable to the pole diameter